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08.12.23 – Level 1 Advisory Committee Staff Chicago

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At the NBOME, we believe that providing a high-quality testing experience for the osteopathic medical profession can positively shape osteopathic medicine and health care in the United States. The NBOME is recognized both nationally and internationally for excellence in assessment, and we carry these standards of excellence into our workplace. Our core values influence all that we do, and we encourage professional development and learning for all employees. Our team is continually expanding, and we invite you to review our current employment openings and apply to join us!

08.12.23 – Level 1 Advisory Committee Staff Chicago

Chicago, IL

Vice President and Chief Information Officer

The NBOME is seeking a visionary IT leader ready to shape the future of technology and drive innovation. The Vice President and Chief Information Officer (VP/CIO) provides strategic leadership for all IT functions, overseeing the development and implementation of technology initiatives aligned with the organization’s mission and vision. Reporting to the President and CEO, the VP/CIO manages IT teams across all offices, ensuring operational efficiency, data security, and compliance with industry best practices. Key responsibilities include directing IT strategies, policies, and systems for both internal and external use; safeguarding the security and integrity of examinations and databases; and ensuring optimal use of technology to drive organizational performance and financial stability. The CIO regularly updates executive leadership and the Board on key projects, budgets, and relevant trending technologies. This role is based in our Chicago (O’Hare), IL offices and also maintains a prominent presence in our Philadelphia (Conshohocken), PA offices, engages with stakeholders, and is required to travel 10%-15% of the time.

Psychometrician

The NBOME is seeking an experienced Psychometrician to support psychometric operations, including test design, test construction, standard setting, and item analysis, as well as scaling, equating, scoring and score reporting for NBOME examinations. The role also includes supporting research initiatives focused on the application of AI in operational assessment settings.

The NBOME is seeking a visionary IT leader ready to shape the future of technology and drive innovation. The Vice President and Chief Information Officer (VP/CIO) provides strategic leadership for all IT functions, overseeing the development and implementation of technology initiatives aligned with the organization’s mission and vision. Reporting to the President and CEO, the VP/CIO manages IT teams across all offices, ensuring operational efficiency, data security, and compliance with industry best practices. Key responsibilities include directing IT strategies, policies, and systems for both internal and external use; safeguarding the security and integrity of examinations and databases; and ensuring optimal use of technology to drive organizational performance and financial stability. The CIO regularly updates executive leadership and the Board on key projects, budgets, and relevant trending technologies. This role is based in our Chicago (O’Hare), IL offices and also maintains a prominent presence in our Philadelphia (Conshohocken), PA offices, engages with stakeholders, and is required to travel 10%-15% of the time.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and implement technology-related goals to ensure effective operation of user-friendly and customer-service oriented information systems to support staff, board, and support of clients and future strategic initiatives, including  creation and implementation of IT policies and procedures.
  • Manage data and information systems necessary to explore, utilize and activate the vast database of assessment information available. Significant internal software development. Systems engineering necessary for running both a hybrid private and public cloud infrastructure.
  • Oversee organization-wide IT project governance to set priorities and allocate resources. Establish strong communications with senior leadership regarding project governance. Provide guidance to senior leadership on project cost, risk and business case justification.
  • Responsible for overall cyber security and integrity of NBOME examinations, databases and systems as well as disaster planning and recovery for the organization including Information Systems and personnel response.
  • Serve as a member of the NBOME Leadership team and the Senior Staff Management team of the NBOME, participating in regular meetings as well as attending the quarterly Executive Committee meetings and the semi-annual meetings of the Board of Directors, and other committee meetings as requested.
  • Supervise the Department of IT by supporting, training, and providing ongoing performance feedback.
  • Responsible for NBOME relationship with various data exchange services and interfaces with third parties.
  • Develop departmental operating and capital budget and assist with evaluation of fiscal long range resource needs.

Qualifications:

  • Proven leadership experience as a CIO or senior IT executive in a mission-driven organization, preferably in assessment or higher education industry.
  • Master’s Degree and 10+ years of experience in IT management required including systems, network databases and desktop engineering; managing an IT operation that develops and operates significant internal software development and support for Oracle Apex and Microsoft.NET software development platforms.
  • Deep understanding of cloud technologies, enterprise platforms, data strategy, cybersecurity, and modern software delivery Microsoft operational technology stack (365/Teams/CoPilot).
  • Experience working with executive leadership teams and board of directors.
  • Outstanding written and oral communications and organizational skills, including public speaking and presentation skills.

Salary Information: The salary for this role is $200,000 to $250,000. This may be modified in the future.

POSITION STATUS: FULL-TIME REGULAR EXEMPT

To Apply:
Please submit a resume summarizing your qualifications to Human Resources at the link above. NBOME is an E-Verify participant. The NBOME is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location

The NBOME is seeking an experienced Psychometrician to support psychometric operations, including test design, test construction, standard setting, and item analysis, as well as scaling, equating, scoring and score reporting for NBOME examinations. The role also includes supporting research initiatives focused on the application of AI in operational assessment settings. Hybrid work schedule to include two days remote (Monday and Friday) and three days onsite working in our Rosemont/O’Hare office (Tuesday-Thursday).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Following the processing and analysis of existing products to ensure highest quality and integrity, including test design, test construction, standard setting, item analysis, equating, scoring and score reporting.
  • Designs, conducts, and coordinates psychometric research for presentation or publication
  • Internal coordination of departmental planning; IT needs; cross-functional teams; activities in support of psychometric analysis and research; other internal processes.
  • Willing and able to work some weekends for onsite meetings.
  • Other duties as requested by supervisor or senior leadership staff.

Qualifications:

  • Doctorate degree in Educational/Psychological Measurement, Statistics, or a related field is required.
  • Minimum of three years of work experience as a psychometrician related to psychological and educational testing required.
  • Strong background in psychometric theory and application, including knowledge of IRT, CTT, statistics, test development procedures, and research design.
  • Knowledge and/or experience in natural language processing, automated item generation, process data analytic methods, formative assessment approaches is highly desirable.
  • Strong data analysis skills, problem solving skills, and scientific computing skills using (e.g. SAS, R, Python and Calibration software).
  • Experience in designing, conducting, summarizing and presenting psychometric studies.
  • Ability to work well with exam committees and interdepartmental colleagues.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

Salary Information: The salary range for this position is $90,000 – $110,000. The range may be modified in the future.

POSITION STATUS: FULL-TIME REGULAR EXEMPT

To Apply:
Please submit a resume summarizing your qualifications to Human Resources at the link above. NBOME is an E-Verify participant. The NBOME is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location

Conshohocken, PA

Administrative Assistant

The NBOME is seeking a dynamic and experienced Administrative Assistant to support the Professional Development Initiatives and Communications Division with Core Competency Capstone for DOs (C3DO) and other administrative needs.

The National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Administrative Assistant to support the Professional Development Initiatives and Communications Division with Core Competency Capstone for DOs (C3DO) and other administrative needs.

Hybrid work schedule: Two days remote (Monday and Friday) and three days onsite work (Tuesday through Thursday).

Key Responsibilities:

Administrative support for C3DO, including but not limited to:

  • Monitoring of the pilot schedules
  • Maintenance of program management files and of secure file sharing site for C3DO participants
  • Maintenance of the C3DO email inbox
  • Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Senior Leadership staff

Meeting Support

  • Responsible for support of team meetings, committee meetings, and workshops, assisting with meeting scheduling, as needed
  • Communication with invitees, staff, and vendors
  • Adherence to meeting support checklist
  • Meeting minutes
  • Attendance at meetings and related events; may include evenings and weekends

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 1 year experience in administrative support roles
  • Experience with Zoom or Microsoft Teams preferred
  • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills

Pay Information: The hourly rate for this position is $23.00-$25.00. The range may be modified in the future.

POSITION STATUS: FULL-TIME REGULAR NON-EXEMPT

To Apply:
Please submit a resume summarizing your qualifications to Human Resources at the link above. NBOME is an E-Verify participant. The NBOME is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location

Benefits

We offer an extensive benefits package, including generous medical, dental, and vision benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, employer-matched 401(k), and more. In-office perks include free parking, beverage stations, and a full calendar of employee events. 

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Medical

Medical PPO plans with generous in-network coverage that includes prescription coverage and a vision insurance plan.
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Dental

Dental PPO plan, employer-paid, that includes orthodontia coverage for eligible dependents.
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Vision

Vision plan, employer-paid, that includes coverage for eligible dependents.
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Life Insurance

Employer-paid basic life insurance. Additional voluntary life insurance for employees and their spouses, domestic partners, and dependents at a cost.
Flexible spending

Flexible Spending

Flexible spending accounts that can help cover medical, dependent care, and commuter/transit costs.
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PTO

Generous paid time off, including 14 holidays, personal, sick, and vacation time.
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401(k)

401(k) retirement savings plan that includes an employer match.
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Tuition

Tuition reimbursement plan for undergraduate- and graduate-degree coursework
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Employee Assistance

Employee assistance program accessible to employees and their immediate family members 24/7.

MD1

“[I felt] like this was really going to be an interesting and rewarding place for me.”

Mark Dawley, MBA

Vice President for Licensure Assessment Services

Ashley

“My colleagues threw a surprise bridal shower for me a few days before my wedding. It meant a lot to me that so many people took the time out of their very busy day to celebrate a major moment in my life.”

Ashley Bochenczak

Test Development Associate

Danielle

“[I’m] fascinated by the ways the NBOME works to keep step with the changing nature of the osteopathic profession.”

Danielle Parker-Mangum

Associate Director, UME-GME Affairs